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# Collegiate Autumn Attire
The Teasing Winter Fashion Story is 90s-Inspired

By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-12-14 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teasing-winter
References: [malemodelscene.net](http://www.malemodelscene.net/ford-models/kevin-johnson-horacio-hamlet/) & [horaciohamlet.tumblr](http://horaciohamlet.tumblr.com)

The ‘Teasing Winter’ editorial features [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-squatch-bronco-bricc) Models face Kevin Johnson who is captured by photographer Horacio Hamlet’s lens. The stunning outdoor photoshoot takes on a nostalgic style inspiration reminiscent of the 90s.

Kevin is a vision in layered Autumn pieces that are both elegant and texture-enriched. From [heavy knitwear pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kerisma-knits) to leather and denim jackets, stylist Joseph Bleu dresses the model in [chic collegiate style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-ivy) selects while hair stylist Janice Williams gives him a groomed and polished look.

Lensed in a beautifully wooded setting, the ‘Teasing Winter’ fashion story captures the great outdoors while showcasing a slew of retro-infused menswear looks. Layered to perfection, this editorial is a contemporary take on 90s-inspired garments that transition between the autumn and winter seasons.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.5/10
- Popularity: 88% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Layered Autumn Pieces:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation lies in creating innovative materials and technologies for layering garments in a way that provides warmth and style.
- **Chic Collegiate Style:** There is potential for disruption in the fashion industry by designing sustainable and affordable clothing options that capture the essence of classic collegiate style.
- **Retro-infused Menswear:** Entrepreneurs could explore opportunities in the fashion market by creating modern and sustainable versions of 90s-inspired men's clothing that combine nostalgia with contemporary design.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend of layered autumn pieces by developing innovative garments and materials.
- **Textiles:** The textiles industry can explore ways to produce sustainable and eco-friendly fabrics suitable for chic collegiate style clothing.
- **Retail:** Retailers could tap into the trend of retro-infused menswear by curating collections that combine nostalgic aesthetics with modern sustainability.

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